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Benlong Wang is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of mechanical metamaterials, soft robotics, and bioinspired engineering. His work centers on reprogrammable mechanical metamaterials, where he has developed innovative approaches using origami-inspired functional-group transformations and ring reconfiguration to create intelligent materials with variable, in-situ properties. Wang’s notable contributions include the creation of a bistable programmable origami-based soft electricity generator, which harnesses inter-well modulation for energy harvesting, and the design of a scarab beetle-inspired membranous-wing robot that integrates flapping-collision piezo-mechanoreception for mobile environmental monitoring. His most cited paper (72 citations) on reprogrammable metamaterials demonstrates significant impact, while his avian-inspired work on embodied perception in biohybrid flapping-wing robotics (26 citations) advances the field of agile, stealthy micro air vehicles. Wang’s research embodies a unique synthesis of structural reconfiguration and sensory integration, pushing boundaries in smart materials and autonomous systems. His achievements highlight a commitment to lightweight, energy-efficient designs that mimic biological systems, making him a leading figure in next-generation robotics and adaptive materials.